Travelling from Bucharest to Chania International Airport (CHQ): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Chania International Airport (CHQ) out of here.
1 hour 55 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Bucharest to Chania International Airport flight.
Bucharest and Chania (where Chania International Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Take your pick of 3 direct services every week between Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) and Chania International Airport (CHQ). This is the busiest route, with Ryanair offering a 9:45am departure from OTP to CHQ.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bucharest to CHQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bucharest to Chania International Airport (CHQ) out of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
You can get away on a direct flight from Bucharest to Chania International Airport with Ryanair. This leading airline operates departures from OTP.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair between OTP and CHQ.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest to Chania International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
71.27% of flights that leave from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Chania International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Pick up a Chania International Airport rental car and discover Chania and beyond with your own wheels. Abbycar, Carwiz and Centauro are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Bucharest to Chania International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
R 517 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Chania International Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,165. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book four months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bucharest to CHQ.
September is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Bucharest to Chania International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Chania. July is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Chania International Airport (CHQ), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Bucharest to CHQ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chania to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Chania International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Chania
Start your Chania trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Chania International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay are highlights which should be on every Chania itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Chania, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Set out 290 kilometres north from Chania to visit Acharnes, another well-known stop in Greece. Don't leave without exploring Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
